UPePhysics and AstronomyUniversity of Pennsylvania

Program Info

Official source

Degree: Ph.D.
Duration: Not published
Fields: Physics
Tuition: To be confirmed
Application opens: Oct 1, 2026
Application deadline: Dec 15, 2026

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake.

Program Overview

Application Result

1 cases

0 admitted0 waitlisted1 rejected

Score Distribution

0 admitted samples

No admitted GPA score sample is available for this program.

Documents Required

Official sources are the final authority

Personal statement

Required for Ph.D. applications in the Graduate Division of Arts & Sciences.

CV or resume

Recommendation letters x 3

Unofficial transcript(s)

Undergraduate transcript required; graduate transcript if applicable.

Published Score Requirements

Official sources are the final authority

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Usually in physics, astronomy, or a related science. No minimum GPA published as a hard cutoff. Three-year bachelor's degrees are acceptable.

Prerequisites

Relevant academic background

Typical preparation includes intermediate and advanced courses in mechanics, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics, and undergraduate laboratory courses, plus prior research experience.

IELTS

6.5 overall

Accepted in place of TOEFL. Department FAQ states the minimum would be 6.5–7; confirm for the current cycle.

TOEFL

100 overall

Required for international applicants whose native language is not English. FAQ cites computer-based minimum of at least 100. Scores valid for two years. Waiver typically if degree from a U.S. institution.

GRE

Optional

Not required; scores may be submitted if they demonstrate an ability not otherwise shown. Note this in the research or personal statement if submitting.